By: Mohamed Wahba, Masami Mizutani, Yousuke Kawahito, Seiji Katayama Central Metallurgical Research & Development Institute, Egypt Graduate School of Engineering, Osaka University, Japan Joining and Welding Research Institute, Osaka University, Japan Currently, the automotive industry is facing an increasing demand to increase fuel economy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Therefore, the trend is moving toward an […]
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Femtosecond Laser 3D Micromachining for Fabricating Nanoaquariums: Exploring the Functions of Aquatic Microorganisms
By: Koji Sugioka, Yasutaka Hanada, Katsumi Midorikawa, Ikuko Shihira Ishikawa, Hiroyuki Kawano, Atsushi Miyawaki RIKEN – Advanced Science Institute, Brain Science Institute It is becoming increasingly important to observe and analyze the dynamics and functions of microorganisms both for fundamental investigations (such as elucidating the functions of biological cells) and for applications to biomicro systems […]
Components Made From Copper Powder Open Up New Opportunities
Up to now it was not possible to use Selective Laser Melting (SLM) on copper alloys. Now, however, research scientists at the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT have solved the technical problems that prevented this by enhancing the technique. The new method opens up new possibilities, for instance in plastics processing.
Spectra-Physics Unveils New Ultrafast Amplifier Platform
Spectra-Physics®, a Newport Corporation brand, introduces the Spitfire Ace, the most technically-advanced, ultrafast regenerative amplifier commercially available. The Spitfire Ace amplifier sets a new industry standard for guaranteed long-term performance, and delivers superior average power of more than 5W at 1, 5, and 10 kHz with excellent (M2 <1.3) beam quality. The new, highly stable […]
Coherent Launches OBIS Family of Smart Lasers for CW Applications
Coherent Inc. has launched a new family of highly integrated lasers featuring true plug-and-play simplicity. Based on direct diode and optically pumped semiconductor laser (OPSL) technologies and using state-of-the-art miniaturized components, these lasers have all the control functions integrated inside its compact laser head, in contrast to the traditional architecture of head, dedicated cable and controller. […]